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Hot Chocolate on a Stick

A delightful DIY treat that transforms chocolate into rich hot chocolate when stirred into warm milk, perfect for gifts and cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Seasonal
Servings 8 sticks
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Mixture

  • 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or dark) Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.

For Serving

  • 1 cup milk Choose your favorite type of milk (whole, almond, oat, etc.).
  • to taste mini marshmallows For topping.
  • to taste sprinkles or other toppings Optional for customization.
  • as needed sticks or lollipop sticks

Instructions
 

Melt the Chocolate

  • Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir until melted.

Combine Ingredients

  • Add cocoa powder and sugar to melted chocolate. Stir well until no lumps remain.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract.

Mold and Set

  • Pour melted mixture into silicone molds, filling halfway.
  • Insert sticks and top with mini marshmallows if desired.
  • Let molds sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.

Serve

  • Heat a mug of milk until steaming.
  • Dip a chocolate stick into the hot milk and stir until melted.
  • Top with additional mini marshmallows or sprinkles.

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Notes

Wrap chocolate sticks individually for gifts or store in an airtight container for up to a month. Experiment with flavor variations like peppermint or nutty additions.
Keyword Chocolate, DIY Treat, Gift Idea, Hot Chocolate, Winter Drink